In the magical realm of Telair, war looms on the horizon. For eighteen year old Countess Renna of Waterstair this is inevitable. Having trained her whole life to defeat the tyrant Countracoth, Renna suddenly finds herself thrust into the leadership role. Faced with the disappearance of her mother and a missing brother, Renna must rise to the occasion to lead her people in the fight for their kingdom. When handsome Prince Derric of Barraette suddenly begins interfering with Renna’s plans, she is out for blood. Unsure if the prince is friend or enemy, Renna leads her people into battle. During one fateful rescue mission, Renna makes a terrifying and thrilling discovery about a hidden gift she never knew she possessed. Suddenly in control of an ancient and powerful magic, the tides of battle begin to change for the better. When Renna is captured by Countracoth’s forces her entire world is thrown upside down when she uncovers the truth about her mother’s disappearance and her own secret past. As the war quickly escalates, Renna must learn to control her magic and face her destiny as the savior of Telair before time runs out and she loses the battle not only for her crown, but for her people and their freedom.